Why is my baby ferret such a spaz?

Question

I got a baby ferret from a shelter and whenever i set her down, she twitches her head and hops sideways with her back poked out,why is she such a spaz?

Answer 1

my bunny is a spaz

Answer 2

Don't worry that's normal, especially with babies. she is just a little ball of energy and when she "spazez" she is actually doing the"weasle war dance" which is a series of movements where the ferret opens her mouth,arches her back,and hops sideways.Don't worry she is only playing with you and showing pure happiness and glee. Just try to enjoy it!

Answer 3

Because that's what ferrets do. They're just crazy, little nuts! =) Mine range in age from 1 year to 4 years and they all still do that. As someone else mentioned, it's the "weasel war dance" aka "the ferret dance of joy." It's their way of saying, "I'm excited, I'm ready to play, let's get this party started!!" LOL. Enjoy her little dance, it's one of the many comical antics of a ferret. =) I also recommend giving her what she wants when she dances - some play time with you! Chase her, let her chase you, give her towel/blanket rides, play fetch, whatever, just have fun with her.

Answer 4

That is the "Weasel War Dance" or "Ferret Dance of Joy". It basically means that your ferret is happy and wants to play. It is perfectly normal. I do advise that you read the Ferret FAQ: http://www.ferretcentral.org/faq/